What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is HR 31.
Local Governments Expand Medicaid Access for Vulnerable Residents
This bill aims to allow local governments in states that have not expanded Medicaid to provide medical assistance to low-income individuals. This means residents in these areas could gain access to healthcare benefits, even if their state has not fully expanded the program. The federal government will cover a significant portion of the costs, and states will be prohibited from hindering these efforts.
Key points
Local governments can independently launch healthcare programs for low-income individuals if their state has not done so.
The federal government will cover 90% to 100% of the costs for these programs, depending on the year and location (rural areas receive higher support).
States are prohibited from penalizing local governments for participating or hindering their access to federal Medicaid systems.
These programs can last up to seven years, with a possible extension, or until the state decides to expand Medicaid.
Status:
Expired
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